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Dr. Steven Saunders, MD

Dr. Steven Saunders, MD

Milford, CT

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saunders, Internist in Milford, CT?

    Dr. Steven Saunders, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Milford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Saunders graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Saunders is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saunders’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saunders’s office at (203) 876-6848.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saunders?

    Dr. Steven Saunders, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Saunders empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Wellness Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Milford/CT community, Dr. Saunders is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Saunders go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | BELLEVUE HOSPITAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Saunders board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Saunders, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saunders speak?

    Dr. Saunders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Saunders treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Saunders diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Saunders. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Intraventricular Heart Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • IVCD (Intraventricular Conduction Delay)
    • Ventricular Conduction Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I454: Nonspecific intraventricular block

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Which procedures does Dr. Saunders perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Steven Saunders may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saunders' office.

    Does Dr. Saunders accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saunders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 876-6848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saunders accept in Milford, CT?

    Dr. Saunders in Milford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • The Hartford

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saunders' office located?

    Dr. Steven Saunders' Primary Practice

    849 Boston Post Rd Ste 102

    Milford, CT 06460

    (203) 876-6848

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    Dr. Steven Saunders' Practice 2

    1 Golden Hill St

    Milford, CT 06460

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    Dr. Steven Saunders' Practice 3

    1931 Black Rock Tpke

    Fairfield, CT 06825

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    What is Dr. Saunders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568514693.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saunders?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saunders

    What is Dr. Steven Saunders's specialty?

    Dr. Saunders is a Internist near Milford, CT.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Saunders to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steven Saunders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saunders is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Steven Saunders accepting new patients in Milford, CT?

    No, Dr. Steven Saunders is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Saunders offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (203) 876-6848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Saunders?

    Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (203) 876-6848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Saunders have?

    Dr. Steven Saunders is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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